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What should I book first for the Phuket Sandbox: flights or hotel?
Hello,
I know it may sound stupid to some people, bit what do I book first. The Phuket sandbox hotel or the flights?
I'm also looking for a link to book the 2 PCR Tests.
Cheers!
I know it may sound stupid to some people, bit what do I book first. The Phuket sandbox hotel or the flights?
I'm also looking for a link to book the 2 PCR Tests.
Cheers!
Answer summary
The user is seeking advice on whether to book their hotel or flights first for the Phuket Sandbox program. Responses suggest booking flights first, as the hotel typically facilitates transportation upon arrival. Several users provided links for booking PCR tests needed for travel and shared insights about using Agoda for hotel bookings and insurance inquiries.
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John *********
I had no problem using agoda to book my hotel in November for Test and Go in Phuket. I just uploaded a screen shot of the booking confirmation from agoda and that was accepted for the Thai Pass.
Michael ********
For the tests
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Jenni ******
Flights booked, checked on covermore.au for my insurance, seems ok.
Next I have to book a sandbox hotel ... 🙄
PCR before I leave Australia 72 hrs (at the moment) then hopefully the sandbox hotel will help me with the necessary PCR tests while I'm there 🤔
Next I have to book a sandbox hotel ... 🙄
PCR before I leave Australia 72 hrs (at the moment) then hopefully the sandbox hotel will help me with the necessary PCR tests while I'm there 🤔
James ********
@Jenni *****
does Covermore insurance pay for hospital expenses if you test COVID positive WITHOUT SYMPTOMS?Ask them for answer in writing.
Many expats are testing positive...
Make sure you have insurance that pays.
Jenni ******
@James *******
ok, thank youMichael ********
Jenni ******
@Michael *******
ok, thank youJenni ******
@Michael *******
its taken me a while to get my head around it all but I think I'm getting there 😂 Pretty sure when I do they will change it all again 🙄
Michael ********
@Jenni *****
copies will need to be submitted for Thai passAlex ********
Probably start with the flight because ideally the hotel will be meeting you to take you straight to quarantine.
Оливер *********
OPOne more question. Does Thailandpass accepts Agoda payment confirmation?
Liz ********
@Оливер ********
I’ve read that Agoda confirmation has worked for some people. My experience is that it’s best to book direct with a hotel and they will want you to pay before they issue confirmation so you can apply for Thai Pass. First test is at Phuket airport then second should be near your hotel. Hotel can tell you which “Swab Centre”. Can book both tests through PSAS😀Оливер *********
OP@Liz *******
thanks for your reply!I booked and paid for the PCR Tests via the Thailandpass application. 4000 something THB.
I got Agoda booking and payment confirmation, but that doesn't look like I can upload on the Thailandpass application!?
Liz ********
@Оливер ********
I only sent it off yesterday. They say 3-7 days on the website. Will let you knowОливер *********
OP@Liz *******
did your Thailandpass get approved?Liz ********
@Оливер ********
I’ve just done an application for TP today and I think you can just upload your Agoda confirmation instead of one direct from hotel. That’s worked at least for some people. Was relieved to pressthe SUBMIT button at the end. Still a bit of a process but easier than last year getting COE!!Alex ********
@Оливер ********
in my experience definitely not. You need the hotel to provide clear confirmation that they are providing an approved quarantine package for you.Alex ********
I had three applications rejected before I was approved.
Alex ********
As long as it spells out that it's alternative qurantine. Sha+ just means it meets certain hygiene standards.
Оливер *********
OP@Alex *******
I think this is rubbish, since other people booked Sha+ with Agoda!
Jon *****
@Оливер ********
One or the otherОливер *********
OP@Jenni *****
people did book via Agoda. My question was wich confirmation to upload on the Thailandpass. Agoda confirmation or hotel confirmation!!Jenni ******
@Оливер ********
pretty sure you have asked fir advice and when someone does your calling it "rubbish" ?Оливер *********
OP@Alex *******
I can't find anything on the net except Agoda, booking.com etc.Оливер *********
OP@Alex *******
where do I book the Sha+ hotel then?
Brian ********
Book your flight
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